ground itch
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of ground itch
An Americanism dating back to 1815–25
Example Sentences
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The eggs in the feces in conditions of warmth and moisture develop into small crawling larv� which can penetrate the skin, producing inflammation of this, known in the region as the ground itch.
From Disease and Its Causes by Councilman, William Thomas
In foul foot or ground itch of cattle, the inflammation of the skin and toes is general and not in certain spots, as in foot-and-mouth disease.
From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry
In foul foot, or ground itch, of cattle, the inflammation of the skin and toes usually affects but one foot.
From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry
It is their entrance through the skin that causes ground itch or dew itch.
From Health Lessons Book 1 by Davison, Alvin
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